Page 3 - Jesus is coming - Class version

PRESENTATION COPY

*TT* HE honored author of this book has com-

missioned the Moody Bible Institute of Chicago
to send copies gratuitously to ministers missionaries and
theological students, especially in his own dearly-loved
bfeLiodist Episcopal Church. For sixty-four years he
has been a member of that church, and for a good part
of the time one of its most fruitful local preachers.
How the Lord has used him in its activities at home
and abroad will mafye a rich chapter in its history when
the record of these years is set down.
If extent of travel, fidelity to the Bible, lucidity in
its exposition, and enthusiasm for preaching the Gospel
"to the Jew first and also to the Gentile" are a criterion,
then Mr. Blacfystone must be counted among the first
of missionaries in the generation to which he belongs.
The story of the circulation of the Word of God and
other devotional literature under his personal super-
vision in China and other heathen lands, is more
fascinating than any romance. A truly wonderful
ministry has been his.
Its treasures are beyond
The book speaks for itself.
estimate. Its careful and prayerful reading and study
will bring the richest blessing to the soul.
JAMES M.CRAY.
Chicago, October, 1916.

Copyright 1908, Fleming H. Revell Company